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Threads is a poignant and powerful story about mental health, friendship and identity.

This latest work from Coalesce Dance Theatre uses stories from young people across the North of England to delicately weave together an emotive and uplifting contemporary dance and physical theatre performance about growing into adulthood. threads turns the spotlight on mental health and how important friendship and support can be when it comes to navigating adolescence.

Performed amongst tossed away clothes and a large wardrobe structure, two dancers use a highly physical movement language to connect and explore their intertwined experiences. Coalesce invites audiences to experience this socially urgent new work,

threads is suitable for +12 years

Performance length - Approximately 30 minutes

The associated Thrifty Totes workshop shows you how to upcycle, thrift, and rework your old and forgotten items into brand new bags. With a focus on how the fast fashion industry impacts our planet, this 1-hour workshop will educate and inspire, encouraging positive changes to our lifestyle habits. Through games and crafting, will discover where our clothes come from, how they are being made and at what cost, alongside creating our very own upcycled tote bag to take away.

Workshop length - Approximately 1 hr

Spaces are limited for both the performance and the associated workshop - please book your space